American Eggplant
Inventory, lb : 22.88
This item was last sold on : 10/31/24
Description/Taste
American eggplants are oval with a bulbous flat bottom that narrows towards the calyx and averages 25 centimeters in length and 5-12 centimeters in diameter. The outer skin is glossy, smooth, black-purple, and has a green stem. The inner flesh is cream colored with a spongy-firm texture and there many edible seeds. When cooked, Purple eggplants are tender and mild with a slightly bitter taste.
Seasons/Availability
American eggplants are available year-round with a peak season in summer.
Current Facts
American eggplants, botanically classified as Solanum melongena, are the common Western variety that are a part of the Giganteum Group, or the large and round to semi-oblong fruit category. Purple eggplants are the only variety that are truly domesticated and are displaced from their wild ancestors.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Cloak and Petal | San Diego CA | 626-319-6878 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Mackenzie Elizabeth Personal Chef Services | Poway CA | 858-357-3455 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
